2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 164 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
